Omid Scobie is a well-known British journalist and writer, born in Wales in July 1981. Raised in Oxford alongside his little brother, Scobie's parents include a British marketing director father and an Iranian social worker mother, which has contributed to his diverse cultural background.
As a journalist, Omid Scobie has established himself as an authoritative voice on the British Royal Family, with a focus on their lives and philanthropic endeavors. He has been covering the royal family since 2011, and his expertise has led him to become a regular contributor for Good Morning America and ABC News, where he shares his insights on breaking royal news and major events. Scobie's popularity and credibility in the field have made him one of the most talked-about royal correspondents of this generation.
In 2020, Scobie, together with Carolyn Durand, co-authored the New York Times bestselling biography, "Finding Freedom," about the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The book's success has solidified Scobie's reputation in the industry, as it quickly became one of the fastest-selling royal books of all time. Scobie's commitment to his work and the royal family goes beyond his journalistic pursuits. He advocates for a more diverse, inclusive, and ethical media landscape and often speaks at industry events and with journalism students to share his experiences and insights.